Keshav Singh Saini
Partner
Memberships
- Bar Council of Delhi
- Delhi High Court Bar Association
- Saket Court Bar Association
- Trademark Attorney & Agent
Keshav Singh Saini is a Partner at KNM & Partners, bringing over 17 years of comprehensive litigation, criminal defense, regulatory, and intellectual property experience to the Firm. His practice is distinguished by his robust courtroom advocacy and strategic advisory across civil, commercial, criminal, labour, and corporate matters.
Keshav regularly represents multinational corporations, domestic conglomerates, automobile manufacturers, real estate developers, and high-net-worth individuals before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, various High Courts, Tribunals, Commissions, and regulatory forums across India. His litigation practice is complemented by his strong regulatory advisory and white-collar crime defence strategies.
He has deep expertise in alternative dispute resolution, including mediations, negotiations, and out-of-court settlements, particularly in complex, high-stakes disputes. His ability to blend legal precision with commercial pragmatism has positioned him as a trusted advisor for clients seeking proactive legal risk management and dispute avoidance strategies.
Keshav is also recognized for his specialized advisory in intellectual property laws, food safety, and legal metrology, ensuring regulatory compliance and protection of commercial interests for his clients.
In addition to his professional engagements, Keshav has been associated as a Guest Faculty for Delhi Police since 2014, conducting training on legal procedures, white-collar crimes, and criminal investigations. He has been acknowledged by the World Bank with a Certificate of Appreciation for over a decade (2009–2021), highlighting his contribution to legal reforms and best practices.
Practice Areas
Key Experience
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
- Represented clients in complex civil and commercial disputes before the Supreme Court of India and High Courts across jurisdictions.
- Advised and represented clients in matters involving shareholder disputes, contractual breaches, and real estate disputes.
- Led high-profile quashing petitions, bail applications, and criminal trials involving corporate fraud, white-collar crimes, and regulatory infractions.
- Managed sensitive matters involving enforcement of intellectual property rights, including trademark and copyright infringement actions.
Criminal Law & White-Collar Crimes
- Advised and represented corporates and individuals in criminal prosecutions under the Indian Penal Code, Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), and other economic offenses.
- Led defense strategies in complex white-collar crime cases, ensuring comprehensive representation in bail, trial, and appellate stages.
- Routinely handles matters before the Economic Offences Wing, SFIO, and regulatory authorities.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Advised on regulatory investigations, government enforcement actions, and compliance with food safety, legal metrology, and consumer protection laws.
- Assisted clients in navigating statutory requirements under the Legal Metrology Act, Food Safety and Standards Act, and other sectoral regulations.
Intellectual Property
- Advised on registration, enforcement, and defense of IP rights, including prosecution of trademarks, patents, and copyrights.
- Represented clients before IP authorities and courts in infringement disputes, counterfeit actions, and IP-related arbitration.
Recognitions & Affiliations
- Guest Faculty, Delhi Police (since 2014)
- Certificate of Appreciation, World Bank (2009–2021)